Imagina Peru

Francisco Pizarro

The conquistador from Spain who founded Lima in 1535, took control of Inca Empire by capturing Atahualpa.

Ciudad de Los Reyes

The name given to Lima; no longer in use.

La Plaza de Armas

The center of Lima; reflects that era's social and political relations. Mostly the same as it was hundreds of years ago.

Palacio de Gobierno

Found in La Plaza de Armas, constructed by Francisco Pizarro

Arquitectonico Mudejar

A style that is a result from the mix of Muslim, Jewish, and christian cultures.

Pachacamac

An archaeological site near Lima, originally built by the Inca empire and features beautiful stonework.

Miraflores

A very wealthy part of Lima with many activities, restaurants, and events.

Las Lineas de Nazca

Crop field lines that represent animals and other figures

Cuzco

The Inca capital, a very important city in the Andes, most elevated in Peru

Parque Nacional del Manu

Has over 15,000 different types of plants, and has many conserved animals

Iquitos

A very safe city in Peru that is believed to be the best place to learn and understand the culture